SAE 100R6 Hydraulic Hose - 2 Fabric Braid for Medium High Pressure & General Hydraulic Applications

Hose Construction
Inner tube: oil resistant synthetic rubber
Reinforcement: one high tensile fiber braids
Cover: oil, abrasion, weather resistant synthetic rubber
Working Temp.: -40℃ up to +121℃

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SAE 100R6

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The SAE 100R6 hydraulic hose is a high-performance, lightweight fluid conveyance solution built to meet strict SAE 100R6 standards, optimized for medium high pressure general hydraulic system operations. Tailored for professional hydraulic equipment manufacturers, industrial procurement teams, and machinery maintenance specialists, this hose delivers exceptional flexibility, consistent performance, and customizable compatibility for diverse hydraulic fluid delivery needs.

Built with a premium oil-resistant synthetic rubber inner tube, one high tensile fiber braid reinforcement layer, and a heavy-duty oil, abrasion, and weather-resistant synthetic rubber cover, this hose is engineered to withstand the rigors of continuous hydraulic system operation. It supports an extended working temperature range from -40℃ up to +121℃, with a mandatory 4:1 burst pressure safety ratio and 2:1 proof pressure standard, ensuring reliable, long-lasting performance for your hydraulic equipment while reducing maintenance costs and operational risk.

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Core Features & Technical Advantages

Lightweight Single-Fiber Reinforcement for Superior Maneuverability

The defining feature of the SAE 100R6 single fiber braid hydraulic hose is its optimized single-layer high-tensile fiber reinforcement, which delivers exceptional structural strength for medium high pressure applications while eliminating the excess weight and rigidity of steel wire reinforced alternatives. This design results in a remarkably lightweight hose, with weight per meter ranging from just 0.1kg/m for the 3/16" size up to 0.4kg/m for the 3/4" variant, reducing overall equipment weight for mobile hydraulic systems and simplifying handling during assembly, installation, and maintenance for your technical teams.

Extended Temperature Range & Environmental Resistance

Unlike standard fabric braid hydraulic hoses, this medium high pressure hydraulic hose offers an elevated maximum operating temperature of +121℃, making it suitable for continuous use in high-temperature hydraulic systems where standard hoses would degrade prematurely. The outer cover is specially formulated to resist abrasion, oil exposure, and harsh weather conditions, providing reliable protection against mechanical wear, chemical corrosion, and UV damage in both indoor manufacturing facilities and outdoor field operations.

Standardized Safety & Customizable Compatibility

Every SAE 100R6 hydraulic hose adheres to a strict 4:1 burst pressure to working pressure safety ratio, with a 2:1 proof pressure testing requirement for every production batch, ensuring full compliance with global hydraulic safety standards. Working pressure ranges from 35 bar (3.5 MPa) for the 3/16" size down to 21 bar (2.1 MPa) for the 3/4" variant, with consistent performance across all available sizes. Additionally, this hose can be fully customized to meet your unique specifications, including size, length, reinforcement, and material adjustments, while maintaining compliance with GB, DIN, RMA, AS, JIS, and SABS international standards.

Applications & Industry Use Cases

Core Fluid Compatibility

This hose is purpose-built to convey petroleum-based hydraulic fluids, the most widely used fluid type in general hydraulic systems. Its specialized inner tube formulation ensures long-term compatibility with hydraulic oils, lubricants, and other petroleum-derived fluids, minimizing fluid degradation and hose wear for extended service life in continuous hydraulic operations.

Industrial & Commercial Application Scenarios

The SAE 100R6 general hydraulic system hose is the ideal choice for a wide range of medium high pressure hydraulic applications, including general hydraulic systems in industrial manufacturing machinery, mobile hydraulic equipment for construction and material handling, agricultural machinery hydraulic lines, injection molding machine hydraulic circuits, lifting equipment and automated production line hydraulic systems, and marine hydraulic equipment and on-board fluid transfer systems.

Detailed Technical Specifications

Hose ID		Hose OD	Working Pressure		Proof Pressure	Burst Pressure	Min.B.R.	Weight
inch	mm	mm	Mpa	Bar	Bar	Bar	mm	kg/m
3/16	4.5-5.4	10.3-11.9	3.5	35	70	140	50	0.1
1/4	6.1-7.0	11.9-13.5	2.8	28	56	112	65	0.13
5/16	7.6-8.5	13.5-15.1	2.8	28	56	112	75	0.15
3/8	9.2-10.1	15.1-16.7	2.8	28	56	112	75	0.18
1/2	12.4-13.5	19.0-20.6	2.8	28	56	112	100	0.26
5/8	15.6-16.7	22.2-23.8	2.4	24	49	98	125	0.31
3/4	18.7-19.8	25.4-27.8	2.1	21	42	84	150	0.4

FAQ

Q1:What type of reinforcement does the SAE 100R6 hose use, and how does it benefit performance?

A1:

This hose features one high-tensile fiber braid reinforcement (textile/fiber-based, no steel wire), combined with an oil-resistant synthetic rubber inner tube and an oil/abrasion/weather-resistant synthetic rubber cover. The fiber braid provides sufficient strength for medium-pressure applications while keeping the hose lightweight and highly flexible, making it easier to handle and route in general hydraulic systems compared to steel-reinforced options.

Q2:What working pressures are supported across the available sizes?

A2:

Working pressure (WP) is size-specific to match different flow and pressure needs:

3/16" (ID 4.5–5.4 mm): 35 bar (3.5 MPa)
1/4" to 1/2" (ID 6.1–13.5 mm): 28 bar (2.8 MPa)
5/8" (ID 15.6–16.7 mm): 24 bar (2.4 MPa)
3/4" (ID 18.7–19.8 mm): 21 bar (2.1 MPa) Proof pressure is 2× WP, and burst pressure maintains a 4:1 safety ratio (e.g., 140 bar burst for 3/16", 84 bar for 3/4"), ensuring safe operation for petroleum-based hydraulic fluids in medium-pressure general applications.

Q3:How lightweight is this fabric-braided hose, and why is that advantageous?

A3:

Weight per meter is low across sizes: 0.1 kg/m for 3/16", 0.13 kg/m for 1/4", up to 0.4 kg/m for 3/4". This lightweight construction (thanks to the fiber braid instead of steel) reduces overall system weight, eases installation in mobile or portable equipment, and improves handling during assembly or maintenance—ideal for general hydraulic setups where maneuverability matters.

Q4:What customization options are offered for this SAE 100R6 hose?

A4:

The manufacturer provides custom hose solutions tailored to specific requirements, including adjustments to sizes, lengths, reinforcements, materials, or other parameters while adhering to SAE 100R6 standards and compatibility with GB, DIN, RMA, AS, JIS, SABS, etc. This allows perfect fitting for unique general hydraulic applications using petroleum-based fluids, with the core benefits of flexibility, abrasion resistance, and reliable temperature performance (-40°C to +121°C) preserved.